customer experience

Consumer behavior and preferences are always changing. That’s nothing new. However, in the last few years, we’ve seen a rapid (and dramatic) shift in the way shoppers browse and buy consumer goods – and how they interact with the brands that make these products. Today’s shoppers have endless information at their fingertips. While in-store shopping…

There are roughly 7,000 languages spoken across the globe. So if you’re a global business, you’re bound to be faced with language barriers – both internally and when engaging with customers.  Even if you’re NOT a global business, you’re sure to encounter plenty of customers who speak a language that’s different from yours. According to…

Chances are, you’re familiar with TikTok. You might even have a TikTok user living under your roof. Maybe that TikTok user is you. That endless stream of short form videos set to catchy music is certainly entertaining. But TikTok also packs some serious business value for brands that do it right. TikTok plays a key…

Historically, there were a few major brands that dominated any given product or service category. If you were in the market for a washing machine, you’d choose between Maytag and Whirlpool. If you needed an oil change, you had your pick of Jiffy Lube or Midas. Those days are long gone. Today, consumers have a…

It’s hard to believe that Dreamforce 2023 was already a month ago. But one thing is for sure: the impact of this year’s amazing event is sure to stick with us for a long time.  1440 at Dreamforce Here at 1440, we’re big fans of Dreamforce. We’ve attended Salesforce’s signature event for years now in…

A customer’s path to purchase is rarely as linear as those textbook sales funnel graphics would have you believe. Instead, the purchase journey is often full of twists and turns. And there are endless factors that influence what action a shopper takes next.  Today, one of those key factors is social media. In fact, as…

Once upon a time, not so long ago, the world felt like a huge place. But thanks to the rise of the internet and the rapid evolution of technology, it’s starting to feel a whole lot smaller. Today, it’s relatively easy for a consumer to buy something from a brand halfway across the world. And…

In the early days of messaging apps, consumers primarily used them to connect with family and friends. But today, consumers also rely on messaging apps to connect with brands. In fact, for a staggering 66% of adults across the globe, messaging apps are the PREFERRED way of connecting with businesses. Younger consumers are even more…

Winning and retaining customers is no easy feat. Modern consumers have countless options across all product and service categories. And many aren’t afraid to ditch a once-beloved brand when something better comes along. In fact, in the last year alone, nearly three-quarters (71%) of consumers say they’ve switched brands at least once. There are a…